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In Scots contract law, in addition to the written or verbal terms agreed between you and the other party to the contract, there are certain things that are implied into the contract by law, regardless … Read more

The Damages (Investment Returns and Periodical Payments) (Scotland) Bill , which makes changes to the discount rate for damages for personal injury cases, was unanimously passed by the Scottish Parliament on 19th March. The discount … Read more

In 2018, work-related stress, anxiety or depression accounted for over half of all working days lost due to ill health in Great Britain. This makes sense given that 1 in 6 workers is currently dealing … Read more

The ability to avoid parking fines by refusing to name a driver who parked a vehicle incurred on private land may soon be a thing of the past as reports indicate that Scottish Government officials … Read more

All employers have a duty of care owed to their employees and are responsible for their safety at work. Dealing with stress can be a significant factor in an employee’s safety and wellbeing at work. … Read more

At Jackson Boyd, we frequently speak to clients who are mistreated at work. Understandably, this treatment can result in individuals feeling stressed at work. Stress can also have a negative impact on our mental health. … Read more

New powers were introduced on 20th February 2019. One of the main changes is the ability to seek service by advertisement. This is a particularly helpful change to proceedings for Landlords who have tenants abandon … Read more

It has recently been held by the Employment Appeal Tribunal that dismissal of a teacher at an Ultraorthodox Jewish nursery who was dismissed for refusing to lie about cohabiting with her boyfriend, did not constitute … Read more